TSUMURA DENTAL OFFICE

Total reviews: 345
Ebisu Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 3 min walk
  • Dentist speaks conversational English
  • Near central Tokyo
  • Tsumura Dental Office sits on the ground floor of a building in Ebisu Nishi, a quiet residential pocket just west of Ebisu Station. It’s a small, independent dental clinic — not a chain, not a tourist-facing operation — run by a Japanese dentist who can hold a conversation in English well enough to get through a real appointment without you both staring blankly at each other.

    You’re not going to get a bilingual coordinator or English intake forms here. But for routine dental work — cleanings, fillings, check-ups — the language gap is manageable. The clinic is small, which means you’re dealing with the same faces each time rather than rotating staff. Appointments tend to stay on schedule.

    It’s a practical option if you’re based in the Ebisu or Daikanyama area and need a local dentist who won’t make you feel like a burden for not speaking Japanese. For complex treatment conversations, bring notes or use a translation app as backup.

    Patient Feedback

    Patients generally report a calm, unhurried experience. The clinic is small enough that wait times are usually short and appointments run close to schedule. The dentist is described as thorough and methodical — not the type to rush through a cleaning. The vibe is quiet neighborhood practice, not a high-volume urban clinic. Not much hand-holding for first-time visitors, but once you’ve been once, the routine is easy to follow.

    English Language Proficiency

    The dentist has conversational English — enough to explain what's happening during a procedure and answer basic questions. Reception English is limited, so booking by phone might be easier in Japanese or via the website. Forms are likely in Japanese only. For a standard check-up or filling, the English is workable. For anything involving detailed treatment planning or medical history discussions, bring a translation app or written notes to smooth things along.

    Contact & Location

    • http://www.tsumura-dental.com
    • 東京都渋谷区恵比寿西1-21-6 恵比寿西ビル1F
    • Ebisu Station (JR Yamanote Line) — 3 min walk
    Monday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Tuesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Wednesday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Thursday Closed
    Friday 3:00 PM - 6:30 PM
    Saturday 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM
    Sunday Closed

    Ready to Book Your Appointment?

    A few things to keep in mind:

    • Check the doctor's consultation hours listed above.
    • Some clinics require appointments 2-3 days in advance.
    • Include your preferred dates and times when reaching out.
    • Mention if you need English-speaking staff assistance.
    TSUMURA DENTAL OFFICE

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    English Support

    Proficiency Score
    3/5

    Conversational

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